Compounding is the preparation of a customised medicine by a pharmacist to meet an individual’s specific health needs. It may involve adjusting a medicine’s strength, removing allergens (like gluten or lactose), or creating a form that’s not commercially available (e.g. liquid instead of tablet). At Fullife Mill Park, our compounding pharmacists follow strict professional standards to ensure quality, safety and accuracy in every preparation.

You may need a compounded medicine if: • A commercial product is unavailable or discontinued • You require a different strength or dose than what is on the market • You need an alternative form (e.g. liquid instead of tablet) • You have allergies or sensitivities to ingredients like dyes, gluten or preservatives • You require a specific combination of active ingredients not available in a single product Every compounded medicine is tailored to your prescriber’s instructions and your unique needs.

Yes, in most cases. All compounded prescription medicines require a valid prescription from a registered medical or allied health professional. For certain topical preparations (such as cosmetic anaesthetic gels), some can be compounded following clinical protocols under pharmacist assessment, but we still require supporting documentation or evidence of medical need. We always assess requests on a case-by-case basis and may request a prescription if required under Pharmacy Board guidance.

Yes - when compounded by trained pharmacists using quality ingredients and appropriate facilities. At Fullife, our compounding team prepares all medicines in accordance with: • The Pharmacy Board of Australia’s Guidelines on Compounding of Medicines • Australian Pharmaceutical Formulary and Handbook (APF) standards • Good Preparation Practice (GPP) • Ingredient and formula suitability assessments We source high-quality ingredients and ensure all preparations are labelled, stored, and dispensed properly.

Compounded medicines are not registered on the Australian Register of Therapeutic Goods (ARTG) and are therefore not evaluated by the TGA in the same way commercial medicines are. However, compounding is regulated under the Pharmacy Board of Australia, and pharmacists are permitted to compound where there is a genuine clinical need, and no suitable commercial alternative is available.

Typical turnaround is 1–3 business days, depending on the complexity and ingredient availability. For urgent orders, we’ll do our best to accommodate, but some formulations may require special ingredients that take longer to source. We’ll contact you when your medicine is ready for collection.

Prices vary depending on the complexity of the formulation, ingredients required, and time involved. Because compounded medicines are made individually, they are not subsidised under the Pharmaceutical Benefits Scheme (PBS). We’ll provide a quote after reviewing your prescription or request.

Some private health insurers offer rebates for compounded prescriptions under extras cover. We recommend checking directly with your insurer, as coverage varies. We can provide an itemised receipt to assist with claims, if requested.

No problem! Just have your prescriber send through the new prescription or instructions. We’ll review the updated details, provide a new quote if required, and prepare the medicine accordingly.

Please contact our Fullife Compounding team. Our trained pharmacists are here to answer your questions about: • How to take or apply your compounded medicine • Possible side effects or interactions • How to store it properly Direct contact details can be found above.